25 January 2012

HMRC v Reeds Employment case

A landmark tax tribunal case has found a leading employment agency to be liable for £158m in back taxes, after 500,000 temps were reimbursed for expenses, which should have been paid as salary.

After a nine month court case, HMRC has won its battle against Reed Employment in a hearing which may have ramifications for umbrella companies and other employment businesses.

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